In search of a new favorite Chinese spot?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Chinese restaurants around Seattle, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture when cravings strike.
1. Xi'an Noodles
Topping the list is Xi'an Noodles. Located at 5259 University Way NE (between 52nd and 55th streets) in the University District, the Chinese and hot pot spot, which offers noodles and more, is the highest-rated budget-friendly Chinese restaurant in Seattle, boasting 4.5 stars out of 693 reviews on Yelp.
On the menu, you'll find hand ripped noodle soup, spicy fungi salad, spicy cumin lamb, stewed pork burgers and more.
2. Magic Dragon
Next up is Interbay's Magic Dragon, situated at 1827 15th Ave. West (between Blaine and Howe streets). With 4.5 stars out of 217 reviews on Yelp, the Chinese and fast food spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option.
Menu items include honey chicken, chow mein, sweet and sour pork, potstickers, Mongolian beef and more.
3. Mike's Noodle House
The International District's Mike's Noodle House, located at 418 Maynard Ave. South (between Jackson and King streets), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the budget-friendly Chinese spot, which offers noodles and more, four stars out of 1,015 reviews.
Look for traditional Chinese dishes like wonton and beef brisket soup, pork congee, Cantonese noodles, Chinese doughnuts and more on the menu.
4. Kau Kau Barbeque
Kau Kau Barbeque, a barbecue, seafood and Cantonese spot in the International District, is another inexpensive go-to, with four stars out of 955 Yelp reviews. Head over to 656 S. King St. (between South Maynard Alley) to see for yourself.
According to its website, Kau Kau Barbeque has been serving Korean barbecue for over 30 years. Aside from barbecue dishes, you'll find Korean hot pot, sweet and sour ginger duck, chow mein, mochi and more.
5. Cafe O'Dessert
Over in the University District, check out Cafe O'Dessert, which has earned four stars out of 148 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the Chinese and shaved ice spot, which offers desserts and more, by heading over to 4727 University Way NE (between 47th and 50th streets).
Indulge in a variety of sweet treats like shaved ice, mango pudding, egg waffles, bubble tea, sticky rice and more. Finish with drinks like Vietnamese coffee, banana macchiatos, iced chai teas, frappes and more.
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